Vulnerability Description
The One User Avatar | User Profile Picture plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.4 via the wpua_action_process_option_update function. This is due to insufficient file type validation in wp_handle_upload() called without a MIME allow-list, with post-write validation relying on the attacker-controlled client-supplied Content-Type header rather than a server-derived type, and no cleanup of files that fail the check. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to upload files that may be executable, which makes remote code execution possible. in order to exploit this vulnerability an admin has to give subscribers permission to upload avatars. While PHP files and svg files are rejected, dxfp files are accepted.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/one-user-avatar/trunk/includes/class-
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/one-user-avatar/trunk/includes/class-
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/one-user-avatar/trunk/includes/class-
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3659509/one-user-avatar/trunk/inclu
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?old_path=%2Fone-user-avatar/tags/2.
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/f413b610-839a-4a93-aec
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-18983?
CVE-2026-18983 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The One User Avatar | User Profile Picture plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.4 via the wpua_action_process_option_update funct...
How severe is CVE-2026-18983?
CVE-2026-18983 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-18983?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.